Blossoms have revealed how their unlikely feud with Johnny Marr over forming a Smiths covers band was put to bed.Last year, the band teamed up with Rick Astley to cover The Smiths. While playing a gig in London, they invited Astley on stage to perform ‘Panic’ and ‘This Charming Man’.The artists subsequently announced two Smiths covers shows in Manchester and London the following month, with Blossoms becoming Astley’s backing band for a full set of theirs and fans’ most-loved Smiths songs.At the time, Marr gave her verdict on the covers, writing on Twitter: “This is both funny and horrible at the same time”. He also added: “Well, I met The Blossoms a few weeks ago and they elected to not mention it.
More stop-and-search powers for police in Bolton extended over the weekend
19.03.2022 - 18:53 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Increased stop-and-search powers for police in Bolton will be extended over the weekend.
Senior officers authorised for powers to be stepped up yesterday (Friday) after they 'received intelligence' from communities and social media'. Since then, 18 people have been stopped and searched in the town centre.
Police said no weapons were found and no arrests were necessary. Patrols have also been stepped up in the area.
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In an update issued today, Greater Manchester Police said an extension to the increased stop-and-search powers - under section 60 of the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994 - has been granted. It will now last until 3pm tomorrow (Sunday).
Officers can stop-search anyone in the area during that time period. It will remain under review and could be extended, police said.
The GMP update added: "Anyone found carrying dangerous instruments or offensive weapons will be prosecuted.
"Extra uniformed and covert officers have been deployed in the borough over the weekend and we want to assure the public that the increase in these measures is to keep people safe.
"We appeal to parents, carers, and other responsible adults to talk to young people about their plans for the weekend to ensure they are safe and they are legal.
"Contact us via gmp.police.uk or 101 if you have any concerns or information. In an emergency, always dial 999.
"Information about crime can also be shared anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."
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